Equity in the Arts Fund
Supports Cleveland-based BIPOC-led arts organizations in building capacity and delivering impactful programming to foster a more equitable cultural landscape.
Funder: Cleveland Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: For Cleveland-based BIPOC arts organizations with budgets under $300,000; typical grants support capacity building and programming.
Summary: Supports small and medium BIPOC-led arts organizations in Cleveland to strengthen capacity and deliver impactful programming.
Key Information: Eligibility is limited to organizations led by and serving BIPOC communities with operating budgets under $300,000.
Description
This opportunity is designed to strengthen and build the capacity of small and medium arts and cultural organizations in Cleveland that are led by and serve Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). The fund aims to empower these organizations to deliver impactful arts programming and foster a more equitable and vibrant cultural landscape in Cleveland. Grants are intended to support organizational growth, sustainability, and the ability to serve the community effectively.
